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Where do I search for a federal inmate at USP Pollock?
Go to bop.gov/inmateloc/ and search by the inmate's full committed name or their 8-digit register number. If they are at USP Pollock, their facility code will show as POL.
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Federal inmates are searchable at bop.gov/inmateloc/ by name or register number. USP Pollock's code is POL. FCI Pollock's code is POM.
Overview
USP Pollock is a federal facility. Every inmate here is searchable through the Federal Bureau of Prisons Inmate Locator at bop.gov/inmateloc/. There is one central database for all federal inmates in the US. You do not need to know which facility they are at. Search by name or register number. USP Pollock and FCI Pollock share the same physical campus and address, so the BOP facility code is the only way to confirm which prison your person is in.
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Quick Facts
- Search all federal inmates at bop.gov/inmateloc/. By name or 8-digit register number.
- USP Pollock's BOP facility code is POL. FCI Pollock's code is POM. Both are at 1000 Airbase Road.
- New transfers may take 24 to 48 hours to appear in the locator after arrival.
- The register number is the most reliable way to search. Name spelling can vary.
- If someone doesn't appear after 48 hours, call USP Pollock at (318) 561-5300.
- Sign up for free custody status notifications through VINE at vinelink.com.
Where to Search
BOP Inmate Locator, bop.gov/inmateloc/
The Federal Bureau of Prisons maintains a single database for all federal inmates at every BOP facility. Go to bop.gov/inmateloc/ and search by:
- Name. Use the exact committed name, the name on their legal documents at sentencing. Nicknames or shortened names will not return results.
- Register number. The 8-digit BOP number assigned to each inmate (format: XXXXX-XXX)
The result will show their current facility, race, sex, age, and projected release date. If they are at USP Pollock, their facility code will show as POL.
USP Pollock vs. FCI Pollock
Both USP Pollock and FCI Pollock share the same physical address at 1000 Airbase Road, Pollock, Louisiana. They are two separate prisons on the same campus. The BOP locator is the only reliable way to know which one your person is at.
| Facility | BOP Code | Security Level | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| USP Pollock | POL | High security | (318) 561-5300 |
| FCI Pollock | POM | Medium security | (318) 765-4400 |
If your person was recently transferred between the two, the locator will show the updated code once processing is complete (typically 24 to 48 hours).
What Is a Register Number?
Every federal inmate is assigned an 8-digit register number when they enter BOP custody. It is required for sending money, mail, and email. If you do not have it, searching by full committed name in the locator will display it once you find the right person.
Why Someone Might Not Appear
- Recent transfer. Processing after a transfer typically takes 24 to 48 hours. The BOP locator updates regularly but not instantly.
- Name mismatch. The locator uses the inmate’s committed name. If you search a nickname, maiden name, or different spelling, you may not find them.
- Pre-trial or holdover. Inmates awaiting sentencing or in transit may be at a detention center rather than a sentenced facility.
- Released. If someone completed their sentence, they will not appear as currently incarcerated.
When to Call the Facility
If the person does not appear in the BOP locator after 48 hours and you believe they are at USP Pollock, call the facility at (318) 561-5300. Have their full committed name and register number ready.
Getting Transfer and Release Notifications
Sign up for VINE (Victim Information and Notification Everyday) at vinelink.com to receive free automated alerts when an inmate’s BOP custody status changes, including transfers and release. Notifications can come by phone or email.
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What is the difference between USP Pollock (POL) and FCI Pollock (POM)?
Both are at 1000 Airbase Road in Pollock, LA. USP Pollock (code POL) is high security. FCI Pollock (code POM) is medium security. Search bop.gov/inmateloc/ to confirm which one your person is at. Their phone numbers are different: USP is (318) 561-5300, FCI is (318) 765-4400.
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What if someone doesn't appear in the BOP locator?
Wait 24 to 48 hours after a transfer before searching again. Records do not update in real time. Try alternate name spellings. If they still do not appear, call USP Pollock at (318) 561-5300.
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What is a BOP register number and how do I find it?
The register number is the 8-digit BOP identification number assigned when an inmate enters federal custody. It is required to send money, mail, or email. Find it by searching the person's full committed name at bop.gov/inmateloc/.
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Can I get notified when an inmate's status changes?
Yes. Sign up for free VINE notifications at vinelink.com to receive alerts by phone or email when an inmate's BOP custody status changes, including transfers, release, or escape.
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